Behavioral Health Technician

The Hope Centers; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Behavioral Health Technician to join their team. In this entry-level role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children and adolescents by implementing treatment plans and behavioral interventions. The organization prides itself on its values of compassion and teamwork, providing a supportive environment where your contributions will be celebrated. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this role offers a fulfilling career path for those eager to support the community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Investment Savings Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Discount Market

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with developmental delays.
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioral and skill acquisition support.
• Complete documentation in accordance with deadlines.
• Collaborate with treatment teams to maximize student impacts.

Skills

Behavioral support

Documentation skills

Collaboration

Experience with developmental delays

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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The Hope Centers is a premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for children with special needs. We are a model for excellence, a safe haven for students, and an outspoken advocate for those who need our support. Our committed and talented staff exude our core values of compassion, integrity, innovation, perseverance, and teamwork. Using a multidisciplinary approach of best practices, individual success will be celebrated and students’ lives will be improved.

Who You Are

You are an eager individual who is looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the community in a clinic-based environment. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will come into Hope as an entry-level mental health service provider. You will implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions to children and adolescents within a therapeutic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Treatment - Provide 1:1 behavioral and skill acquisition support and treatment for clients in identified areas of need
• Reporting - Complete documentation in accordance with Hope deadlines and legal timelines
• Collaboration - Collaborate with IEP and treatment team including service providers and behavioral personnel to maximize positive impacts to students
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• Associate’s degree (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with developmental delays

Clearances & Training Required

• Act 33 PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Act 34 PA State Criminal History Clearance
• Act 114 FBI Clearance issued by the Dept of Education
• Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training Certificate
• Act 168 from Previous Employers where you came into contact with children
• CPR/First Aid
• TB/Physical

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay Rate
• Health Insurance - With employer contribution
• Dental and Vision Insurance - 100% by employer paid
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Investment Savings Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discount Market

The Hope Centers value and respect the full range of social and cultural characteristics and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, financial ability, marital status, parenthood, disability, ethnic background, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status or on any other basis that is prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. Employment at Hope Centers is strictly based upon qualifications.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Individual and Family Services

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